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His Greatest Legacy

Don’t all girls worship their father? Not until I was older did I realize that all dads are not the same. Mine was especially kind, loving, and supportive; I strive to be as kind and accepting. When I was growing up, my dad had a small business in our community. If there were those who couldn’t pay, he gladly gave credit, sometimes never collecting that debt. His heart was huge. His patience was incredible. No unkind words about others were ever spoken. He taught me to pay it forward long before that was a popular concept. He was truly unique. What a blessing to grow up being loved and supported by such a father.

MARTA STURGELL SHAMBLIN

Camarillo, California

A sense of wonder and awe for nature was the

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